Bep Academy
BEP Academy provides alternative full-time education for disaffected young people at two sites in Romford and Basildon, offering GCSEs, entry level, and vocational qualifications.
Get your personalised Fit Score — tell us about your child to see how well this school matches your priorities.
Our take
Independent co-ed senior school in Havering for ages 13–16. Non-selective intake.
- Families seeking a senior school for ages 13–16, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.
- Fees aren't published. Treat published external fee comparisons with caution and ask admissions directly before shortlisting.
- SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has an EHCP or specific learning needs, ask admissions about case-by-case capacity before applying.
About the head
The school provides conditions that equip learners with personal, employability, and resilience skills, fostering mutual respect and celebrating achievement to help students thrive.
Distinctive features
alternative education for disaffected pupils
small classes (~12 students)
two-site operation (Romford and Basildon)
vocational and practical subject focus
strong work experience program
Activities & co-curricular
sport
drama
academic club
other
Facilities
academic
Latest exam results
Pupils achieve well with good progress towards GCSEs, BTECs, and functional skills; staff provide precise feedback but some pupils may not be sufficiently challenged to reach their full potential.
Recent coverage
BEP Academy, an independent school in Romford, Essex, received a "Good" rating from Ofsted following an inspection on 22 and 24 February 2023. The school reported a total of 29 pupils enrolled in the 2024/2025 academic year, with 62.07% boys and 37.93% girls. The school's GCSE results for 2024/2025 showed an Attainment 8 score of 3.7, compared to the local authority average of 47.1 and the national average of 45.9. The school has been led by Mr. Kelly Sims as headteacher since at least January 2026.
Open-day dates not yet published
Save this school and we'll email you the moment open-day booking goes live.
How well does Bep Academy match?
Tell us your child's age, location, needs and entry point. We'll score commute, academics, support, budget and culture against schools in Havering.
Check fit for my childApplication timeline
No admissions stage dates confirmed yet. Save this school to be notified when dates are published.
Open events
Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.
Fees
Bursaries & Scholarships
Inspection
Ofsted — 22 Feb 2023
One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.
Term dates 2025-26
Schools like Bep Academy
Ranked by semantic similarity across curriculum, ethos, intake and admissions style. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.
Questions parents ask
Common questions about Bep Academy, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.
What kind of child is Bep Academy best for?+
Independent co-ed senior school in Havering for ages 13–16. Non-selective intake.
How does admissions work?+
Admissions are non-selective. Registration windows and required forms vary by entry point — check the admissions timeline above.
Are fees published?+
Yes — see the Fees table further down the page. Add extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition, registration fees) on top of the base figure before budgeting.
Does the school support SEND?+
Some SEND provision is documented in our profile, but specific conditions supported aren't itemised. Contact admissions for details before applying.
Are there open days?+
1 upcoming open day or tour — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.
How do I contact admissions?+
email at info@bepgroup.net or phone on 01708 436440. 07931 454963; 01708 436443; 01708 436440 07931 454963; 01708 436440. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.
What similar schools should I compare?+
We've ranked 6 schools by semantic similarity to Bep Academy — see the "Schools like Bep Academy" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.
Reviews
No reviews yet.